STOCK STATUS: Preorder
EDITION SIZE: 100
Brand New / Factory Sealed / Original Packaging
Our Star Wars Archive Collection’s newest replica is Apple Slug, part of our work creating authentic replicas with impeccable lineage.
This full-body character sculpt is one of the most unique in our line of scanned-from-the-original replica artifacts.
This wild design was originally sculpted for the production of Star Wars: Return of the Jedi by a young Kirk Thatcher working on his first film. Since his time on that creature crew, Thatcher has become a prolific writer, producer and director and this is a wonderful example of his creative vision and style.
The maquette, which came to be known as Apple Slug, has achieved legendary status among super-fans and behind-the-scenes lovers. Originally intended to be a creature that lurked the halls of Jabba the Hutt’s palace, the 4-armed alien was ultimately unused in the film. An unused concept normally would’ve been lost to time, but since 1983, has appeared in behind the scenes books, museum exhibitions and even featured prominently on a famous magazine cover.
This distinctive Signature Edition of just 100 pieces includes a plaque signed by the inimitable Thatcher.
We work directly with the original artifacts in the famed prop archives to give fans something truly special! With high-resolution 3D scanning our team has crafted a faithful recreation of this early concept, right down to the stem on the “apple.”
At approximately 6.5″ tall (including the wood display base), each resin maquette features removable magnetic arms for safe shipping and is meticulously hand painted in many layers, all done by the artists in our New York studio, making each a unique tribute to the artistry involved behind the scenes of our favorite films! They even include a glossy trail of “slime” on the base like the original maquette!
Best of all, our artists are already working on the first waves of production of these replicas and we expect paid-in-full orders to ship within just a few weeks!
Do not miss this extraordinary opportunity to bring home not just an authentic replica, scanned from the original artifact, but also an original signature and direct connection to the artists that inspire us!
Each statue in this signature edition includes a metal plaque, is hand packed in a gloss black box with die-cut foam insert and COA, and double-boxed for shipping.
Product Features:
Signature Edition is Limited to only 100 pieces
Plaques are hand-signed by sculptor Kirk Thatcher, then hand numbered
Includes wood display base
1:1 scale to the original maquette
Part of our Archive Collection, mastered from a high-resolution 3D
scan of the original artifact
Hand painted making each a unique work of art
Made in the U.S.A.
Includes Regal Robot COA
Product Specifications:
License: Star Wars
Product Type: Maquette
Manufacturer: Regal Robot
Product Size:
Height –6.5″
Width – 5.25″
Depth –7″
Product Materials: resin, wood display base, metal plaque, plastic plaque stand
This item is a Pre-Order! That means it is still in production and we do not yet know delivery costs. Delivery costs will not be shown in shopping cart or orders until the item is ready to ship.
Please note that by placing this order your deposit is non-refundable unless the manufacturer cancels production.
Most sixth scale figures come double-boxed automatically when purchased through Secret Compass! Most other dealers will slap a label right on the cardboard shipper and ship that way with no protection. Secret Compass recognizes the value in your collectible figure and we always double-box the cardboard shipper, which comes fresh out of a master case so it shows no sign of shipping before it ships to you.
Because this item still in production, we do not know the final weight or dimensions, or even how many boxes there will be. Therefore, we cannot give you an accurate quote for shipping. Actual shipping rates will be determined when the item is in stock, and will be reflected on your final invoice.
The following are reasonable estimates for shipping based on the size/weight of various figures:
1/6 or 1/10 Scale Figures
Domestic: $20-$30
International: $60-$100
1/4 Scale (Premium Format Figures)
Domestic: $40-$60 per box
International: $100-$180 per box
1/3 Scale (Prime 1)
Domestic: $80-$180 per box
International: $150-$250 per box
1/2 Scale (Prime 1, Legendary Scale)
Domestic: $100-$200 per box
International: $200-$250 per box
Please note that size can vary greatly between different figures, and the above are only estimates based on figures we have seen in the past.
These estimates are by no means a guarantee of your final shipping cost - your final cost could be less or more. In the event that you aren't happy with the shipping costs, please contact us regarding other options, such as you providing your own shipping labels, a local pickup, or palletizing your order together with other figures and sending you freight on a pallet. We will always do our best to help you save money.
